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Playing My "Part" with Thomasina Gross

June 15, 2020 • Season 1 • Episode 10

In this episode I sit down with my dear friend, Thomasina Gross. Black Lives Matter, and during this very important time, movement and tipping point in our history and future, I think it is vital for those of us with privilege to pivot our hearts, minds, and energy toward how we can help our black brothers and sisters. Thank you for taking the time to listen, learn and absorb everything Thommi has to share today. The only way we can empathize is by listening and taking action. We must do more than just be kind and loving, that isn't enough. We must fight injustice, stand up for the marginalized and demand change for our broken systems, from the top down.

Accounts/Links/Resources for YOU to make a difference today!
VOICES TO FOLLOW:
@thommigross - Thomasina Gross
@ckyourprivilege - Check Your Privilege
@amandaseales - Amanda Seals
PETITIONS/CALLS:
Add your name to a petition demanding a thorough investigation into the death of Robert Fuller, a 23 year old man found hanging from a tree in Palmdale three days ago. His death was quickly ruled a suicide (we’ve heard that one before), and has received little coverage in the press. https://www.change.org/p/los-angeles-sheriff-s-department-palmdale-station-justice-for-robert-fuller?recruiter=1113659218&recruited_by_id=2a871440-aa2c-11ea-a860-1f38ecefd646
Demand justice for Breonna Taylor, a 26 year old EMT murdered in her own home by police. Her murderers have not been arrested. Petition and suggestions for more actions at https://action.justiceforbreonna.org/sign/BreonnaWasEssential/.
DONATIONS:
Make a donation to the Black Trans Protestors Emergency Fund, sponsored by Black Trans Femmes in the Arts. Fund supports Black Trans protestors with resources, medical supplies, and bail funds.
Cash app: bftacollective Paypal: bftacollective@gmail.com
LEARN:
Listen to Ibram X Kendi discuss how to be an anti-racist on Brené Brown’s podcast. https://brenebrown.com/podcast/brene-with-ibram-x-kendi-on-how-to-be-an-antiracist/